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Cuilcagh Lakelands UNESCO Global Geopark

GB,IE

The geopark contains a particularly high concentration of archaeological features, some dating back to Neolithic times. The Burren Forest in west Cavan offers striking examples of prehistoric tombs.Discover the 2,600-hectare Lough Navar Forest, a paradise for walkers, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts. A scenic 10km drive offers one of the best views in Ireland, with diverse trails through bogs, woodlands and open water.Embark on the Scarplands Cycle Trail, starting in Belcoo and ending in Lough

CategoryUNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK
LocationGB,IE
DatasetUNESCO Global Geoparks
Listed/year2015
Oddness signal90/99
Data completeness95%
SignificanceGLOBAL GEOHERITAGE; 178,100 ha

The oddity, explained

Why is Cuilcagh Lakelands UNESCO Global Geopark unusual?

Cuilcagh Lakelands UNESCO Global Geopark appears here because the approved source classifies it as natural world. The source describes it as The geopark contains a particularly high concentration of archaeological features, some dating back to Neolithic times. The Burren Forest in west Cavan offers striking examples of prehistoric tombs.Discover the 2,600-hectare Lough Navar Forest, a paradise for walkers, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts. A scenic 10km drive offers one of the best views in Ireland, with diverse trails through bogs, woodlands and open water.Embark on the Scarplands Cycle Trail, starting in Belcoo and ending in Lough . Heritage Atlas treats that specific classification-and-description combination as the oddity; the score is a comparative discovery signal, not proof of mystery or the supernatural. Compare nearby records and the linked country or category collection to understand how this entry relates to places supported by the same governed evidence.

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The coordinate, category and description remain tied to the cited source. Comparative oddness helps discovery; it does not add facts that the source does not provide.

Data last collected: 3 September 2026 for this retained atlas release. Page and source last rechecked: 3 September 2026. Treat the record as a research starting point: open the original source, confirm current access conditions and compare the mapped location with local guidance before travelling. A missing field means the approved source did not support it; it is not evidence that the feature or restriction does not exist.

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